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National Audit Office
01 July 2020
Lead MP
Boris Johnson
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Taxation
Other Contributors: 5
At a Glance
Boris Johnson raised concerns about national audit office in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves to appoint Dame Fiona Reynolds DBE, who has a distinguished career in conservation, heritage, and academia. The Prime Minister emphasises her ability to hold the Government accountable for taxpayers' money and modernize the NAO.
Meg Hillier
Lab Co-op
Hackney South and Shoreditch
Supports the appointment, highlighting Dame Fiona's experience in non-governmental organisations and academia. Meg expresses gratitude for Lord Bichard's service and looks forward to meeting Dame Fiona.
North Cotswolds
Welcomes the appointment, noting his personal knowledge of Dame Fiona as a constituent. Emphasises her achievements in academia, conservation, and business appointments.
Alison Thewliss
SNP
Glasgow Central
Supports the appointment, appreciating Caroline Gardner's involvement on the panel and recognising Dame Fiona's ability to provide oversight due to her background in conservation.
Edward Leigh
Con
Gainsborough
Welcomes the candidate but stresses that the NAO board does not set policy. Edward highlights the importance of ensuring efficiency as public spending increases significantly, especially during and after the pandemic.
Andrew Griffith
Con
Arundel and South Downs
Supports the appointment, noting its importance in ensuring effective public expenditure. Andrew acknowledges Dame Fiona's independence and long-term perspective from her work in conservation.
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